Author Description

<p>Pocket Workshop collects twenty-eight essays by instructors of the Clarion West Writers Workshop - essays that illuminate their authors' experiences of writing and of living as professional writers.</p><p><br></p><p>Included here is advice for handling writer's block, working with voice, and using allegory, as well as methods for scene-setting, landing a good finish, writing despite distractions, mentoring, and so much more.</p><p><br></p><p>Since 1984, the six-week writer's workshop has provided resources to more than 600 science fiction, fantasy, and horror writers, many of whom work today as professional and award-winning authors and editors.</p>